Harry Toffolo has lauded Nottingham Forest youngster Joe Gardner after the teenager made his debut last night.
The defender took to Twitter after the game to rave about the youngster.
So, what exactly did Toffolo have to say about the impact of the Forest teenager? Let’s take a closer look…
What Harry Toffolo said about Forest gem Joe Gardner
Well, it would appear as though the talented player has made quite the impact on the first-team squad at the City Ground.
Gardner was summonsed from the bench with extra time looming after Gonzalo Montiel signalled to be withdrawn.
The 18-year-old got his first minutes in the Garibaldi for the senior ranks and it proved a proud moment for the youngster.
After the game, Toffolo praised the talented academy product and posted the following on Twitter:
Gardner had been on the bench in Forest’s defeat to Brentford but on that occasion, he didn’t get on the pitch.
Last night was different, however, and afterwards, Gardner even suggested that he’d have taken a penalty had been called upon!
Toffolo could prove useful role model for Gardner
Toffolo hasn’t become a Premier League footballer in the convention route, spending time playing in all four divisions in professional English football.
As a result, someone like the 28-year-old could prove a useful player for Gardner to look up to – and he also plays as a full-back.
Toffolo has really kicked on this season at Forest. He endured a nightmare summer and faced a ban at one stage for breaching some betting regulations earlier in his career.
Gardner will look for more opportunities in the Forest team as the season progresses.
Toffolo looks like the type of player who leads by example in the dressing room at Forest.
As a result, the fact he’s raved about Gardner speaks volumes and it will be fascinating to see how the defender progresses during his career.
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